About Mellulah’s Founder, Saira Francis.

I’ve been on a mission since  2004, when I first started to work with energy healing, to support and create safe space for others on their healing journey.

 My own personal experiences have given me wisdom no textbook or workshop can, like the sure knowledge that when we make the decision to work on ourselves, it can be a truly transformative experience. But a healing process takes lifetimes, there is no end.  I feel my role as a guide is to offer you the potential for transformation, the possibility and the trust that when held in a nurturing and supportive environment you can release and let go to find a new pathway forwards for yourself.

My approach to life is one I encourage in you,  to face each joy and challenge as an opportunity to learn more about ourselves, both our shadow and our light. I share and teach with you, what I truly know: the experience of working with energy and connecting to the body, mind, and spirit. I try my best to be authentic. I don’t shy away from how hard life can be at times, because I know it’s futile to bypass the difficulties and pretend all is well. Far better to go deeper and use every challenge as a tool for growth and evolution.

Determination & Strength

My own life has been a beautiful weave of ups and downs like any other. I have brought my children up mostly alone and they are now flying and flourishing to find their own way. The difficulties of life have taught me a great deal about courage and resilience, as well as human frailty and suffering.

Throughout my own journey as a mother, teacher, partner and friend in my life,  I have always found  determination and strength to pull myself out the darker times, using deep-rooted knowledge from the ancient wisdoms of yoga, meditation, the healing arts and wisdoms of the esoteric cultures.

Transformation

I love to share yoga and healing passionately with clients and guests, knowing that these tools can bring true and lasting comfort and strength into peoples lives. When I hold a retreat or workshop space, I am working from the heart. I have authentic trust in the healing strength that comes when we make the decision to work on ourselves spiritually.

Life can transform for you, trusting in the journey of wisdom, healing, strength and listening to that deep inner voice that encourages us to keep moving on and take the next step towards your healing.

I hope to share with you wherever you might come to join me, its my wish to create a healing cocoon for you and allow that safe and comforting space to be a soothing balm for any discomfort you feel.

Saira

My experience at Saira's retreat was amazing. I've been on several of Saira's retreats and they are all wonderful, so thoughtfully planned, down to the smallest details, to make sure that everyone feels so welcome and cared for. I would highly recommend Saira's retreats and hope to go on many more! Thank you Saira xx

Deni B

My experience on Saira's retreat was truly extraordinary. I came all the way from the US for this unique experience. Saira is a gifted facilitator and healer, and through her kind, wise and humble nature, she created safe space for a group of strangers to find connection with one another and within themselves. Great care was taken to ensure that everyone's dietary, energetic and emotional needs were honored and I felt very cared for throughout the experience. I am so grateful I made the journey!

Emily T

I have just returned from a retreat run by Saira and feel like I have been restored and replenished! Everything was well planned and organised with amazing food and facilities. If you are feeling undecided about attending a retreat alone I can reassure you that you will be made to feel welcome and looked after whilst you are there. Everyone is important in Saira's eyes and she has time and space for everyone who needs her attention. She's very caring and knowledgeable in all the activities she offers so you feel safe and nurtured. You'll not be disappointed.

Catherine H

Saira is the real deal - her retreats are profound, intelligent, passionate and safe. I have been on two so far and hope to join many more!

Nikki S

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Meet your host

Saira Francis has been a healer for over two decades, offering authentic support, compassion, and guidance to those in her community. Based in West Dorset, Saira is an experienced yoga teacher, holistic therapist, and energy and sound healer. Drawing from her own experience treading along the healing path, Saira can offer heartfelt support for those just embarking on or continuing their journey. Her dedication to helping others has guests returning to Mellulah Yoga Retreats over and again for her energetic guidance and practise.

 

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